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storytelling with data: # 48: the challenges of change
Published 4 years, 10 months ago
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Have you encountered challenges in your attempts to drive change with data visualization? In this episode, Cole talks with SWD’s newest data storyteller, Amy Esselman, about the difficulties that can arise when you try to impact people’s perceptions and behaviors. You’ll hear about Amy’s research on the status quo bias and her encounters with it in real life. Tune in also for a conversation about the human side of data, developing empathy for those you aim to influence, and practical strategies for overcoming common barriers to change.
Related links:
- Follow Amy: LinkedIn | Twitter
- Amy’s research: A Study of Status Quo Bias in Data Visualization
- Article: the old way is better
- Video: overcoming resistance
- Book: Nudge (Thaler & Sunstein)
- Share your stories & strategies in the SWD community conversation on change